27 days in Tennessee Itinerary

The largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis bills itself as both the "Birthplace of Rock" and "Home of the Blues." With such a rich musical heritage, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Elvis Presley chose to live in Memphis during his later years.

Explore Memphis' surroundings by going to Jackson (Century Farm Winery & Samuel T Bryant Distillery). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Graceland, contemplate the long history of The Peabody Ducks, admire the masterpieces at Edge Motor Museum, and take an in-depth tour of National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Memphis trip planner.

Seoul, South Korea to Memphis is an approximately 20.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Seoul to Memphis is minus 15 hours. Traveling from Seoul in December, things will get a bit warmer in Memphis: highs are around 15°C and lows about 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to drive to Cookeville.

Cookeville is a city in Putnam County, Tennessee, United States. Start off your visit on the 29th (Thu): indulge your thirst for a good beer at Calfkiller Brewing Company, get engrossed in the history at Cookeville History Museum, then let little ones run wild at Dogwood park, and finally brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Tennessee Legend Distillery. On your second day here, do a tasting at Highland Manor Winery, then don't miss a visit to Model Railroad Exhibit by Crossville Model Railroad Club, then take some stellar pictures from Bee Rock Overlook, and finally don't miss a visit to Northfield Vineyards Winery.

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You can drive from Memphis to Cookeville in 4.5 hours. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Memphis in December since evenings lows in Cookeville dip to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Knoxville.

A gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Knoxville embraces music culture.

Venture out of the city with trips to Sevierville (Helicopter Tours & Eagle Springs Winery), Bluetick Brewery (in Maryville) and Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Foothills Parkway Southwest Parking & Look Rock Tower). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at East Tennesse Historical Society, don't miss a visit to Market Square, pause for some photo ops at First Baptist Church, and contemplate the long history of Historic Southern Railway Station.

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You can drive from Cookeville to Knoxville in 2 hours. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Cookeville to Knoxville due to the time zone difference. In December, daily temperatures in Knoxville can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can go by car to Gatlinburg.

Nestled in the lush, wooded forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s premier mountain resort destination.

Explore Gatlinburg's surroundings by going to Sevierville (Tennessee Legend Distillery - Winfield Dunn Parkway & Sevier Distilling Company). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 4th (Wed) at Dollywood. Pack the 6th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at The Island in Pigeon Forge. And it doesn't end there: brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Sugarlands Distilling Company, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, do a tasting at Little Bear Winery, and meet the residents at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

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Getting from Knoxville to Gatlinburg by car takes about 1.5 hours. In January, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Chattanooga.

Once saddled with the reputation of being one of the country's dirtiest cities, Chattanooga now boasts a pedestrian-friendly downtown with a network of leafy waterfront trails and free electric shuttles.

Step out of Chattanooga to go to Sewanee and see University of the South, which is approximately 58 minutes away. There's still lots to do: sample some tasty brews at Chatt Taste Food Tours, explore the engaging exhibits at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, take in the views from Walnut Street Bridge, and meet the residents at Tennessee Aquarium.

To see reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Chattanooga online attractions planner.

You can drive from Gatlinburg to Chattanooga in 3 hours. In January, daytime highs in Chattanooga are 11°C, while nighttime lows are 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can drive to Nashville.

Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Nashville: Leiper's Fork Distillery (in Franklin) and Stones River National Battlefield (in Murfreesboro). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, admire the natural beauty at Gaylord Opryland Resort Gardens, see a show at Grand Ole Opry, and sample the fine beverages at Smith Creek Moonshine.

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Traveling by car from Chattanooga to Nashville takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Chattanooga to Nashville is minus 1 hour. In January, plan for daily highs up to 10°C, and evening lows to -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Wed) to allow time for the flight back home.